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licensed

The correct spelling is licensed.

How to pronounce licensed

verb

IPA: /ˈlaɪsn̩st/

Say it like: Lis-ens-ed

The correct spelling is licensed. To give a formal (usually written) authorization. For example: "It was decided to license Wikipedia under the GFDL."

Usage Examples

It was decided to license Wikipedia under the GFDL.

I am licensed to practice law in this state.

Only licensed exterminators can purchase rat poison in this state.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To give a formal (usually written) authorization.
  2. 2.Authorize officially.

adjective

  1. 1.(of a person or enterprise) having been issued with a licence (by the required authority)
  2. 2.(of an activity) authorized by licence

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